Opinion Archives

U.S. President Donald Trump (R) and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau participate in a joint news conference on February 13, 2017 in Washington, DC.

August 29, 2018

Canada Takes Center Stage in NAFTA Negotiations

President Trump’s announcement of a U.S.-Mexico trade agreement represents a forward leap, but hold off on celebrations, advises former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Antonio Garza.

By Antonio Garza

George and Barbara Bush smile and shake hands with supporters after he spoke in Concord during the Republican presidential primary on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 1980.

Texas History |

April 17, 2018

Barbara Bush Had a Good Life But a Hard One

As I have aged and faced my own challenges as a female on this planet, I have come to a different understanding of Barbara Bush.

By Mimi Swartz

A shadow from a U.S. Air and Marine Operations helicopter passes along the U.S.-Mexico border fence on February 21, 2018 in McAllen.

Border & Immigration |

April 11, 2018

American Troops and Mexican Politics: Are We Underestimating Our Neighbor?

As Texas moves to send the National Guard to the border, Mexico moves to new business markets.

By Raúl A. Ramos